In "Pope Francis: The Shepherd And The Storm", readers are invited into a profound reckoning with the life, papacy, and legacy of Jorge Mario Bergoglio-Pope Francis. Neither hagiography nor condemnation, this sweeping and intellectually rigorous book offers a deeply textured portrait of the first Latin American pope, a Jesuit pastor who carried the Gospel to the peripheries and brought reform-and controversy-to the heart of Rome.

With rare balance and clarity, the book explores the major themes that defined Francis's time as pope: mercy, synodality, ecological conversion, ecclesial reform, and the struggle to heal a wounded Church. It follows him from the slums of Buenos Aires to the balconies of St. Peter's, from the agonizing scandal of clerical abuse to his bold outreach to Muslims, Jews, Protestants, and the poor. The volume engages both conservative critique and progressive embrace, offering readers the tools to discern Francis's theological style-whether Jesuitical or simply pastoral-and the lasting impact of his decisions.

Ideal for Catholics and non-Catholics, scholars and seekers, "Pope Francis: The Shepherd And The Storm" includes full chapters on his most debated actions, key global journeys, major papal documents, and his final public acts. It is both a spiritual reflection and a historical resource.

Features:

• A full, thematic narrative of Francis's life and papacy
• Insightful analysis of major controversies and reforms
• Reflections on his theological legacy and global impact
• Timeline of events, selected quotations, and source methodology
• Written with reverence, honesty, and theological depth

The storm shook the barque of Peter. The shepherd stood firm.

This is the definitive reckoning with Pope Francis-pastor, reformer, and prophet of mercy.